1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 2010 Audi S8
To start off, 2010 Audi S8 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2010 Audi S8.
Because 2010 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ferrari 208. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S8 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208. 2010 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 1982 Ferrari 208 has manual transmission. 1982 Ferrari 208 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 2010 Audi S8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | 208 | S8 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 90 L |
